The Hotelier Saudi Arabia Awards 2025 are back, and this year promises to be the most exciting edition yet. With an expanded list of categories and an impressive panel of judges, the awards are gearing up to honor the exceptional people who make Saudi Arabia’s hospitality industry shine. Whether you’re a front-line star or an industry leader, this is your chance to be celebrated.
Bigger and Better in 2025
This year, the awards have grown to 25 categories, giving even more hospitality professionals the opportunity to be recognized. From the hard-working housekeeping teams to the innovative executives shaping the industry, the awards cover every corner of the sector.
Some of the standout categories include:
- Concierge/Guest Services Person of the Year
- Young Hotelier of the Year
- Commitment to Sustainability Award
- Hospitality Leader of the Year
Whether it’s the behind-the-scenes heroes or the leaders driving bold initiatives, this event is about celebrating the people who make hospitality in Saudi Arabia extraordinary.
Nominations are free and open to all hospitality professionals in Saudi Arabia. Don’t wait—submit your entries before the December 26, 2024 deadline!
The Judges You Need to Know
This year’s judging panel is made up of some of the brightest minds in the hospitality world. Here’s a look at the experts who will be making the big decisions:
- Salman Gasim: CEO of the Saudi Tourism Training and Recruitment Institute and the Swiss Hospitality Company, Gasim is a champion of local talent and has been instrumental in shaping Saudi Arabia’s hospitality landscape.
- Bastien Blanc: Co-founder of TroKadero Management and a seasoned hotelier in the Middle East, Blanc is passionate about recognizing talent that supports Saudi Arabia’s tourism growth.
- Rabih Feghali: A third-generation hotelier and board member of the Hospitality Asset Management Association MEA, Feghali is dedicated to celebrating the unsung heroes of the industry.
- Paul Clifford: Group Editor of ITP Media Group’s Hospitality & Design division, Clifford has a deep appreciation for the incredible talent emerging from Saudi Arabia’s hospitality sector.
Why It Matters
As Saudi Arabia continues its journey under Vision 2030, hospitality is at the heart of the Kingdom’s transformation. These awards don’t just celebrate achievements—they inspire growth and excellence across the industry.
Mark Your Calendars
The awards ceremony will be held in Riyadh during the first quarter of 2025 (exact date and venue to be announced). It’s going to be a glamorous night where the best in the business come together to celebrate the people driving Saudi Arabia’s hospitality success.
Think someone deserves recognition? Nominate them today and join in celebrating the incredible talent shaping the future of hospitality in Saudi Arabia. For details and nominations, visit the Hotelier Middle East website.